Wharton-Smith Inc

Collaborative Delivery Preconstruction Manager

Wharton-Smith Inc • $90K — $120K *
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in municipal Water/Wastewater construction/design.
  • Prior Project Manager experience on municipal Water/Wastewater projects.
  • Familiarity with GMP pricing development or support.
  • Knowledge of collaborative delivery methods like CMAR, Progressive Design-Build.

Responsibilities

  • Support proposal development for RFQs and RFPs.
  • Participate in client interviews and presentations.
  • Establish strong relationships with municipal owners and engineers.
  • Lead coordination between engineering and estimating teams during design.
  • Review project documents for constructability and identify risks early.
  • Provide constructability comments and coordinate subcontractor participation.
  • Develop and maintain GMP budgets and preconstruction schedules.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for continued professional development.
  • Flexible work arrangements.
  • Participation in local, state, and national water organizations.
  • Engagement in community and nonprofit sponsorship opportunities.
Full Job Description
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Support proposal development, RFQs, and RFP responses.
  • Participate in client interviews and presentations.
  • Establish and maintain strong municipal owner and engineer relationships.
  • Lead coordination between engineering and estimating teams during design phase.
  • Review drawings, geotechnical reports, and specifications for constructability.
  • Identify and mitigate project risks early in the design process.
  • Provide structured and meaningful constructability comments.
  • Solicit and coordinate subcontractor and supplier participation.
  • Develop and coordinate GMP budgets and bid packages.
  • Maintain preconstruction schedules in P6 and align with operations for construction planning.
  • Lead milestone and stakeholder coordination meetings.
  • Track preconstruction financials, including internal and external costs.
  • Provide innovation and value engineering solutions to maintain budget and objectives.
  • Ensure understanding and compliance with municipal funding requirements.
  • Partner with operations to ensure a seamless transition into construction.
  • Utilize strategic account planning and CRM tools, such as Monday.com.
  • Identify and develop new business opportunities and clients, expanding the company's profile and market reach.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, engineering consultants, subcontractors, and material suppliers.
  • Propose and foster strategic partnerships with engineering firms, including potential competitors.
  • Evaluate existing partnerships to identify future business opportunities.
  • Manage key client relationships while working to establish new ones.
  • Collaborate with sales, marketing, customer service, and client relationship management teams.
  • Develop and strengthen internal and external relationships to support increased lead generation and market share.
  • Monitor emerging markets and industry trends; recommend new services as needed.
  • Contribute to the development of long-term objectives and strategic plans for the Charlotte region.
  • Research and identify new markets; travel to vendor sites, distribution centers, and other relevant locations.
  • Identify and coordinate sponsorship opportunities, including nonprofit engagements.
  • Conduct webinars and presentations to elevate brand and product visibility.
  • Lead the preparation and submission of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) from potential partners and clients.
  • Represent Wharton-Smith as an ambassador by actively participating in local, state, and national water organizations, and attend relevant conferences and industry events.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, Engineering, or a related field required.
  • Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered.
  • Continued professional development in estimating, collaborative delivery methods, and project controls is encouraged.
  • 7+ years of experience in municipal Water/Wastewater construction or design.
  • Prior experience as a Project Manager on municipal Water/Wastewater projects.
  • Experience developing or supporting GMP pricing.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with owners, engineers, and operations teams.
  • Strong understanding of municipal Water/Wastewater construction practices.
  • Experience with CMAR, Progressive Design-Build, or other collaborative delivery models.
  • Ability to identify scope gaps and cost exposures.
  • Proficiency with scheduling software (P6 preferred) and cost management systems.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

About Wharton-Smith Inc

Wharton-Smith Inc is a construction company that provides a range of services including general contracting, design-build, and construction management. The company specializes in the construction of commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings, as well as water and wastewater treatment facilities. Wharton-Smith Inc was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Sanford, Florida.
Learn more about Wharton-Smith Inc
Size
500 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
$50,000
Founded
1984
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$1 million
* Ladders Estimates

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